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Aircraft Damaged Beyond Repair After Takeoff Abort and Second Attempt (RA-28950)

Tigil, RussiaTakeoff (climb)

On September 19, 2000, a PZL-Mielec AN-28 (registration RA-28950) operated by KoryakAvia was involved in an aviation accident near Tigil, Russia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

During takeoff from a waterlogged unpaved runway in Tigil, the crew aborted due to insufficient speed. A second attempt led to loss of control, veering off runway, and striking an embankment. All 11 occupants uninjured.

Accident Overview

While taking off from a waterlogged and unpaved runway in Tigil, the crew decided to abort the takeoff as the aircraft was unable to reach a sufficient speed. Despite this situation, the crew attempted a second takeoff maneuver. During this second attempt, control was lost. The aircraft deviated to the left, veered off the runway, and struck an embankment before coming to rest in a ditch.

Occupants and Damage

All 11 occupants on board escaped uninjured. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.

Runway Conditions

The runway was waterlogged and unpaved at the time of the incident.

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